The Sublime Jester by Ezra S. Brudno
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"The Sublime Jester" by Ezra S. Brudno is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work follows the life of Albert Zorn, a young boy navigating the challenges of his identity and societal prejudices in a small town. The themes of heritage, dreams of inheritance, and the struggles against mockery and misunderstanding are central to the story. The opening of the story introduces Albert as he reflects on a trivial
but impactful incident from his childhood while dreaming of a newfound fortune. Set against the backdrop of his quaint hometown, his daydreams of wealth are abruptly interrupted by the cruel taunts from classmates regarding his Jewish heritage. As Albert grapples with these insults, he is supported by his friend Christian, indicating the importance of companionship in his life. Through a series of dramatic exchanges in the classroom, the tension between the boy's aspirations and the harsh realities of prejudice begins to unfold, setting the stage for Albert's emotional journey and his eventual quest for meaning and purpose beyond the confines of societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Brudno, Ezra S., 1877-1936 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 25009143 |
| Title | The Sublime Jester |
| Credits | Al Haines, Jen Haines & the online Project Gutenberg team at www.pgdpcanada.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Heine, Heinrich, 1797-1856 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 65313 |
| Release Date | May 10, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 518 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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